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The following podcasts were recorded during a tele-learning session on Raising Insurance Skills and Knowledge (RISK) session held in January 2010, Facilitator is Darlene Scott, Program Associate at the Community Services Council NL. Information contained is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you have questions about your organization’s risks or insurance needs, please contact your insurance agent or broker.

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Length

Speaker

A brief overview of vicarious liability and the standard of care 1 min 24 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
Incorporation, indemnification and the role of insurance 3 min 11 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
The role of risk management in purchasing insurance 6 min 15 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
What is Directors’ & Officers’ Liability insurance? 3 min 49 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
What is Commercial General Liability insurance? 2 min 12 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
What are some of the other types of insurance that may be available to nonprofits? 4 min 56 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
What’s the difference between crime and fidelity insurance? 48 sec Bill Mitchell
Account Manager, Atlantic Canada, The Co-operators
Practical tips to be a wise buyer of insurance for your nonprofit organization 2 min 58 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
Are waivers a legal way to reduce risks to our nonprofit organization? 1 min 55 sec Darlene Scott
Program Associate, Community Sector Council NL
Our volunteers transport children to and from sporting events. Is our organization liable in the event of an accident? 53 sec Bill Mitchell
Account Manager, Atlantic Canada, The Co-operators



New Thinking for the Next Decade: 2010 Provincial Forum
Description Recording Length
Penelope Rowe - CEO, CSC NL - Opening3 min 13 sec
Tim Brodhead - President/CEO, J.W. McConnell Family Foundation - Part 1: A New Narrative for the Community Sector10 min 53 sec
Tim Brodhead - President/CEO, J.W. McConnell Family Foundation - Part 2: Vision for the Community Sector14 min 45 sec
Penelope Rowe - CEO, CSC NL - About the Community Sector in NL5 min 22 sec
Penelope Rowe - CEO, CSC NL - General Issues for Community Organizations9 min 07 sec
Penelope Rowe - CEO, CSC NL - Breaking Down Isolation Amongst Groups2 min 32 sec
Natalie Nicholles - Social Value Advisor, new economics foundation, London, UK - Social Return on Investment (SROI)9 min 36 sec
Natalie Nicholles - Social Value Advisor, new economics foundation, London, UK - Stages of SROI10 min 26 sec
Rick Comerford - Director General, ACOA - Demonstrating Value - Government Perspective6 min 48 sec
Alton Hollett - Assistant Deputy Minister, Department of Finance, Government of NL - Changes Reshaping NL Society6 min 40 sec
Andrew Harvey - Director Research and Community Outreach, Global Education Initiative - Engaging Youth6 min 44 sec
Ross Reid - Deputy Minister, Voluntary and Non-profit Secretariat - Part 1: Innovation and the Community Sector9 min 34 sec
Ross Reid - Deputy Minister, Voluntary and Non-profit Secretariat - Part 2: New Way of Supporting the Community Sector10 min 06 sec
Darlene Scott - CSC NL - Types of Committees2 min 02 sec
Bettina Ford - CSC NL - Attracting New Leadership4 min 30 sec
An Explanation of CRA Terminology (English)
Looking for a plain language, easy to understand tutorial on CRA terminology? This pre-recorded webinar offers a 90 minute session explaining many of the common CRA terms in a plain language format and how these terms relate to charitable activities.
Explication de la terminologie de l'ARC (en français)
Comment s’y retrouver dans la terminologie de l’Agence du revenu du Canada (ARC)? Ce séminaire en ligne propose un langage simple et facile à comprendre. Au cours de cette séance vous apprendrez de nombreux termes courants de l'ARC dans un langage clair et simple, et comment ces termes se rapportent aux activités d’organismes de bienfaisance.
Format Recording
Length
Webinar
Audio + Video 106 min. English
Audio + Video 55 min. Français



Internal Financial Controls for Nonprofits
Check out this a series of presentations by Community Sector Council Newfoundland and Labrador (CSC) facilitated by Darlene Scott, Senior Program Associate.
A Culture of Controls and How to Establish a Paper Trail
Learn about best practices for nonprofits on establishing a culture for internal control of its finances to improve efficiencies and avoid loss, waste or theft. This is an introductory session. Darlene reviews board and committee responsibilities, discuss policies and procedures and go over a checklist on internal financial controls that make sense for small organizations.
Format Recording
Length
Webinar
Audio + Video 56 min. Click Here

 

Cash on Hand and Cheque Signing Authority
Learn about handling cash at the office or during fundraising events; discuss procedures for staff and volunteers to help you avoid losses. Learn the basics of cheque authorization for expenditures and go over a checklist of best practices.
Format Recording
Length
Webinar
Audio + Video 56 min. Click Here

 

Review a Bank Reconciliation
Learn how to do a bank reconciliation, discuss who should do one and when. Review samples and go over a checklist of best practices on bank 'recs' for small organizations.
Format Recording
Length
Webinar
Audio + Video 30 min. Click Here

 

Best Practices for Completing the T3010B
Confused about how to properly complete the T3010B? This webinar, designed specifically for small and rural charities, will offer a section by section analysis of the T3010B and discuss best practices for T3010B completion and CRA compliance. This webinar is a must for all Treasurers!
Format Recording
Length
Webinar
Audio + Video 30 min. Click Here





Part 1 - Innovation in Practice
Part 2 - Creating a Culture of Innovation in your Organization
Format Recording
Length
Webinar
Audio + Video 60 min. Part 1
Audio + Video 62 min. Part 2



So, You Want to Run a Webinar
Format Recording
Length
Webinar
Audio + Video 48 min. Click Here



Healthy Board Governance and Volunteer Management Training - St. John's
St. John'sTuesday, May 21
St. John'sTuesday, May 28
St. John'sTuesday, June 4
St. John'sTuesday, June 11
Healthy Board Governance and Volunteer Management Training - Gander
GanderWednesday, September 18
GanderWednesday, September 25
GanderWednesday, October 2
GanderWednesday, October 9
GanderWednesday, October 16
GanderWednesday, October 23

Healthy Board Governance and Volunteer Management Training - St. John's

1. Fiduciary responsibilities of the Board of Directors (with Darlene Scott)
    Tuesday 7 May 2013    9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.     CSC Board Room 25 Anderson Avenue

2. Recruiting and Retaining Board Members , Meeting Management and Committees (with Darlene Scott)
    Tuesday 14 May 2013     9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.     CSC Board Room 25 Anderson Avenue

3. Board Models & Board Staff Relations with (Darlene Scott)
    Tuesday 21 May 2013    9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CSC Board Room 25 Anderson Avenue

4. Effective use of Board Manuals for Orientation and Operations (with Darlene Scott)
    Tuesday 28 May 2013     9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.    CSC Board Room 25 Anderson Avenue

5. Risk Assessment, Liability and Insurance (with Darlene Scott)
    Tuesday   4 June 2013    9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.    CSC Board Room 25 Anderson Avenue

6. Financial Health for Boards (with Darlene Scott)
    Tuesday 11 June 201   9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.    CSC Board Room 25 Anderson Avenue

Event Date Time Location Price For more information To register Registration deadline
May21 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Workshop St. John's 25 Anderson Avenue $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, May 17
May28 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Workshop St. John's 25 Anderson Avenue $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, May 24
Jun4 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Workshop St. John's 25 Anderson Avenue $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, May 31
Jun11 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Workshop St. John's 25 Anderson Avenue $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, June 7

Healthy Board Governance and Volunteer Management Training - Gander

1. Fiduciary responsibilities of the Board of Directors (with Bettina Ford)
    Wednesday    18 September 2013    10:00 a.m. to noon     Venue TBA  (Gander)

2. Recruiting and Retaining Board Members , Meeting Management and Committees (with Bettina Ford)
    Wednesday    25 September 2013    10:00 a.m. to noon     Venue TBA  (Gander)

3. Board Models & Board Staff Relations (with Bettina Ford)
    Wednesday    2 October 2013    10:00 a.m. to noon     Venue TBA  (Gander)

4. Effective use of Board Manuals for Orientation and Operations (with Bettina Ford)
    Wednesday    9 October 2013    10:00 a.m. to noon     Venue TBA  (Gander)

5. Risk Assessment, Liability and Insurance (with Bettina Ford)
    Wednesday    16 October 2013    10:00 a.m. to noon     Venue TBA  (Gander)

6. Financial Health for Boards (with Bettina Ford)
    Wednesday    23 October 2013    10:00 a.m. to noon     Venue TBA  (Gander)

Event Date Time Location Price For more information To register Registration deadline
Sep18 10:00 AM Workshop Gander $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, September 13
Sep25 10:00 AM Workshop Gander $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, September 20
Oct2 10:00 PM Workshop Gander $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, September 27
Oct9 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Workshop Gander $40 Visit our info page Register Here Thursday, October 3
Oct16 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Workshop Gander $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, October 11
Oct23 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Workshop Gander $40 Visit our info page Register Here Friday, October 18